As a yoga instructor, I recently began to research functional anatomy to answer the questions: how does the body move and why? Why does this muscle hurt there? Why does this muscle activate in this way with this particular movement? I found a course covering functional movement and anatomy, offered by Pilates in Guelph, Body Harmonics’...Read More
Some of the 2018 Pilates in Guelph Donations to community organizations Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington “Around the World Gala” Grandmothers and Friends for Africa Scrabble Party Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph “The Big Little Run” Foundation For Prader-Willi Research Canada * 16 Mat Classes * Heart & Stroke Annual McNeil Curling for...Read More
For those of you starting out, the completion of Level 1 (i.e. Pilates Mat training) is a significant first step. You’ve probably experienced the positive effect of your work with healthy people with basic movement challenges. There is a lot to be said for simply helping people getting stronger in a functional way. But that...Read More
Who is Pilates for? Everyone – whether you’re new to exercise, are training for an Iron Man, are overcoming an injury or simply want to enhance your posture or undo a day spent chained to your desk. If you have a body, Pilates is good for you. “Pilates creates optimal movement in your body.” Says...Read More
Do you know that 95% of serotonin is produced in your digestive tract? This hormone plays a key role in many important functions in the body including assisting with the contraction of blood vessels and helping transmit information within the brain. Serotonin perhaps best known as the ‘feel good’ hormone. Since a majority of this...Read More
By Nicole MacAdams Bowes After a long road in injury, I came to Pilates as an extension of physiotherapy. My physiotherapist recommended Pilates in Guelph. After entering the studio I felt relief. I feel like the instructors at Pilates in Guelph respected my body and saw my limits as temporary. I felt safe and supported. ...Read More
What will Pilates do for Me? Your body is composed of more than just muscle. It is a complex system including bones, connective tissue, joints, fluids, and nerves. These systems work together enabling you to think, move, and be. When these systems are not functioning well together various ailments can develop, including joint and muscle...Read More
Course Alert: Anatomy in Motion Anatomy in Motion literally changes the way you think about, observe and feel human movement. Fun and interactive, this workshop brings the human structure to life. You gain new insights into how the body moves from different perspectives. The ultimate goal of this workshop is to help you understand how...Read More
Healthy Eating – Make it Easy with Meal Planning By Denise Boyd Bsc & RHN Getting back on track after a bout of parties, big dinners and extra treats can be exactly what our bodies need after the holidays. Having a plan in place is one way to prepare for and avoid times when we’re...Read More
Did you know that Pilates in Guelph is a teaching studio. We train people to become Pilates instructors as well as help them maintain their designation through continuing education courses, mentorships and apprenticeships. The Body Harmonics’ program is top notch. We share their mission of sharing our extensive Pilates and movement knowledge and experience with...Read More
